=photo courtesy of Eastern Tech Boosters- Eastern Tech Girls Basketball team pulled off an upset as they defeated top seeded Dunbar 52-35 in the regional finals to advance to the 2A State Quarterfinals. Mia Hinal had 22 points and Evelyn Gatira scored 14 in the win. The score was tied at halftime 21-21 before Tech … Read more
The 2025 BCPS Black History Month Writing Contest winners were announced. Nearly 90 students from 43 schools participated. Emily Pahilanga, Grade 8, Pine Grove Middle School and Reagan Nicole Dunn, Grade 2, Red House Run Elementary School were two of the winning entries. The Education Foundation of BCPS sponsored the 2025 contest and provided a … Read more
Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) is holding an East Zone Job Fair on Tuesday, March 11 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Dundalk High School, 1901 Delvale Ave. BCPS is hiring for the following positions: • Teachers • Related Services (OT/PT/SLP) • Nurses • School Counselors • School Psychologist • Social Workers • Additional Adult … Read more
The four-year cohort graduation rate for Baltimore County Public Schools students rose —for the second year in a row—to 85.84 percent, according to data released by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) on February 25. The graduation rate for the Class of 2024 increased by nearly one percentage point from the previous year’s rate … Read more
Perry Hall High School Spanish teacher Edwin Pérez was recently appointed to serve as Mid-Atlantic Region Director for the Hispanic Caucus of the National Education Association. He was honored for his advocacy and service by the Maryland Commission on Hispanic Affairs by being inducted into their Maryland Hispanic Heroes Hall of Fame
The Perry Hall High School Alumni Association announced four 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees. According to PHHSAA, it recognizes alumni and faculty who are distinguished by virtue of outstanding contributions to the school, Perry Hall, Maryland, or society in general and/or who have excelled in a chosen field after graduating from Perry Hall High School. … Read more
BCPS Superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers will host a Community Conversation on Special Education on Thursday, March 13, from 6-7 p.m. at Nottingham Middle School, 5210 King Ave. in Rossville. BCPS students, families, staff and stakeholders are invited to participate and learn more about BCPS’ special education services and ongoing efforts to ensure students and families … Read more
Two Baltimore County Public School juniors – Foresight Ogungbe of Eastern Technical High School, and Sophie Vijayan of Towson High School – are the final candidates for student member of the Board of Education of Baltimore County (SMOB) for the 2025-26 school year. The two finalists were selected following application reviews and interviews with a … Read more
BCPS high school students are invited to join the BCPS Student Career Expo on Wednesday, Feb. 19 at CCBC Dundalk at 7200 Sollers Point Road from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is for students who are interested in learning more about vocational careers and apprentice program in the Baltimore County area. Register now.
An Overlea High School teacher is on administrative leave after he allegedly posted controversial tweets on X.com (formerly Twitter) According to the Baltimore Banner, there was a Twitter handle that used the name “RennerTraining” and a post on Feb. 3 allegedly stated “Was just sent a list of students who are allowed to legally skip … Read more
Due to inclement weather, Baltimore County Public Schools will shift to virtual learning tomorrow, Wednesday, Feb. 12. As a reminder, virtual learning on inclement weather days occurs on a 2-hour delay schedule for students. Schools have shared their 2-hour delay schedule directly with families. All afternoon and evening activities are canceled. Offices will open on … Read more
BCPS Schools to Close Early on Tuesday Due to impending inclement weather, BCPS schools will close three (3) hours early tomorrow, Tuesday, Feb. 11. Afternoon prekindergarten classes are cancelled. Offices will remain open as scheduled; staff may utilize leave, as appropriate. All afternoon and evening activities are cancelled. The Board of Education Meeting scheduled for … Read more
-photo courtesy of X.com (BCPS School Psychologists) Cathryn Beichley (pictured in center), a Nationally Certified School Psychologist, has been named 2025 School Psychologist of the Year by the Baltimore County School Psychologists’ Association. A Baltimore County Public Schools employee since 2006, Beichley is currently assigned to Martin Boulevard and Pot Spring elementary schools. Both schools … Read more
-photo courtesy of x.com/CoachRDJohnson Robb Johnson is returning to the area as he has been named the new coach for the Perry Hall High football team. The school released a statement on social media. “The Perry Hall High School Athletics Program is excited to announce our new Head Varsity Football Coach. Welcome, Coach Johnson! We are … Read more
Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) has decided to close schools. “Due to forecasted inclement weather, “Baltimore County public schools will be closed today, Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025. All school administrative offices and central offices will open on a two-hour delay.,” said a statement from BCPS. This is a change from last night.
The annual 2025 BCPS Student Choreography Showcase presents a performance opportunity for Baltimore County Public Schools dance students at CCBC Essex, Romadka Center, 7201 Rossville Blvd. in Rossville on Feb. 6 & 7. Both shows will be held from 4:15 to 5:30 p.m. This 24th annual showcase performance, which is open to the public, is … Read more
The Board of Education of Baltimore County will meet today, January 28 to discuss the Superintendent’s Proposed FY 2026 Operating Budget. Before tonight’s session, BCPS 5th District Board Member Julie Henn released a statement with her concerns. Tonight the Board is scheduled to have a work session on the Superintendent’s Proposed FY 2026 Operating Budget. … Read more
Baltimore County Public Schools released the following statement about guidance and information for BCPS schools and families regarding immigration enforcement actions at schools “On January 23, 2025, the Maryland State Department of Education provided local school systems with guidance on how school-based personnel should respond to requests from immigration or law enforcement officials while upholding … Read more
Due to forecasted temperatures, Baltimore County Public Schools will once again open two (2) hours late on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. There will be no AM Prekindergarten classes. Offices will open on time as scheduled.
Due to forecasted temperatures, Baltimore County Public Schools will open two (2) hours late on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. There will be no AM Prekindergarten classes. Offices will open on time as scheduled.
Baltimore County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Myriam Rogers presented her operating budget for the next school year. Here is her official statement. Yesterday (Jan. 14), I formally presented a $2.98 billion operating budget proposal for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 to the Board of Education. I also shared highlights of my proposed budget request with elected … Read more